Nuclear Engineer (Fast Reactor Technology Development)(P3)
JOB DETAIL
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that the closing date for submission of applications is indicated in local time as per the time zone of the applicant’s location.
Organizational Setting
The objective of the Department of Nuclear Energy (NE) is to foster the efficient and safe use of nuclear power by supporting interested Member States in: improving the performance of nuclear power plants, the nuclear fuel cycle, and the management of nuclear wastes; catalysing innovation in nuclear power and fuel cycle technologies; developing indigenous capabilities around the world for national energy planning; deploying new nuclear power plants; preserving and disseminating nuclear information and knowledge; and advancing science and industry through improved operation of research reactors.
The department has a dynamic, participative and interactive operating environment with inputs received from the Board of Governors, the General Conference, policy and decision-makers, and technical counterparts in Member States and the international development community.
The Division of Nuclear Power comprises the Nuclear Power Engineering Section (NPES), the Nuclear Infrastructure Development Section (NIDS), the International Project on Innovative Nuclear Reactors and Fuel Cycles) Section (INPRO) and the Nuclear Power Technology Development Section (NPTDS). The Division provides core engineering, technological, capacity building and management support to interested Member States in the field of nuclear power.
The Nuclear Power Technology Development Section assists Member States in developing safe, environmentally benign, economically viable, proliferation resistant and sustainable innovative solutions for all civil reactor technologies, including water-cooled reactors, gas-cooled reactors, fast neutron systems (both critical and sub-critical) as well as small and medium-sized reactors. The section fosters international collaboration on technology development for reactor plants and for non-electric uses of nuclear power by facilitating coordinated research projects, technical meetings, and training courses. The section also maintains the Advanced Reactor Information System (ARIS) and Thermophysical Properties of Nuclear Materials (THERPRO) databases.
Main Purpose
As a member of a team reporting to the Fast Reactor Technical Lead, the Nuclear Engineer (Fast Reactor Technology Development) provides assistance to The Nuclear Power Technology Development Section (NPTDS) and the Fast Reactor Technology Development Team in their activities on advanced nuclear energy technologies. This involves providing technical assistance for ongoing and upcoming IAEA projects in Fast Reactors Technology Development, actively participating in the organization of related events, and taking a lead in creating and disseminating technical documents and information concerning innovative fast reactor designs. In this multifaceted capacity, the Nuclear Engineer plays a pivotal role in furthering the understanding and development of fast reactor technology within the organization and among relevant stakeholders.
Role
The Nuclear Engineer (Fast Reactor Technology Development) serves as a technical expert, offering technical assistance in the management of IAEA activities related to advanced fast reactor technology. These activities encompass Coordinated Research Projects, Technical and Consultancy Meetings, Training and Educational Workshops, online webinars, and other endeavours.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Participate in organizing and conducting IAEA Coordinated Research Projects and other activities managed by the Fast Reactor Team within NPTDS.
- Technical Support: Provide assistance to the Fast Reactor Technical Lead in the ongoing technical activities of the project, gain an overall understanding of the project outputs/outcomes and support in preparation of technical reports and documents.
- Project implementation: Provide assistance to the ongoing activities in the organization of the Technical and Consultants Meetings organized by the Fast Reactor Team. Both technical and managerial assistance is required.
- Training material: Develop basic training materials (to be converted to eLearning modules) on fast reactor science and technology.
- Knowledge Management: Contribute to the ongoing project on Fast Reactor Knowledge Preservation Portal.
- Prepare end-of-term report and presentation demonstrating experience and results obtained during the term.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and takes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. Makes decisions reflecting best practice and professional theories and standards. |
| Partnership building | Identifies and builds partnerships. Develops and maintains long lasting partnerships to strengthen relationships. Delivers programmatic outputs and acquires resources in support of Agency goals. |
| Technical/scientific credibility | Ensures that work is in compliance with internationally accepted professional standards and scientific methods. Provides scientifically/technically accepted information that is credible and reliable. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Engineering | Advanced Nuclear Power Systems | Experience in research and technology development in the field of innovative fast neutron systems. Experience in modelling and simulation of the fast reactors: neutronics, thermal hydraulics, coupled simulations, severe accident analysis. |
| Nuclear Engineering | Nuclear Engineering and Technology | Knowledge of fast reactor technology, such as fast reactor designs, simulation and modelling under steady-state and transient conditions |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- Bachelor’s Degree – University degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering or reactor physics.
- Minimum five years of proven experience in nuclear engineering, including fast reactor technology; experience in modelling & simulation of nuclear reactors; familiarity with innovative nuclear reactor concepts.
- Experience in writing technical reports and published journal / conference papers on relevant topics are an asset.
- Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $64121 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 30586*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions
General Information
- The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
